Nonprofit
Published 3 days ago
Support the Elderly in Georgetown, Guyana! (Mercy Volunteer Corps, August 2027-July 2028)
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Georgetown, Demerara-Mahaica, Guyana
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime)
Time Commitment:
Full time (30+ hrs/wk)
Commitment Details:
Looking to make a difference through a year of service? This opportunity provides the opportunity to live in intentional community with other volunteers, while receiving a small stipend.
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
2
Cause Areas:
Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement
Benefits:
Stipend Provided, Training Provided, Housing Available, Language / Cultural Support Available
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
21+
Description
As a service of St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Mercy Resident Care is a long-term care facility that caters to the needs of the elderly. It provides 24-hour nursing care, personal care, and rehabilitation services while striving to be a home away from home for its residents. Two volunteers are needed at this site. One volunteer is needed to serve as an activities coordinator, working with staff to design and implement social activities based on the interests of the residents. The other volunteer is needed as a registered nurse.
Location
On-site
Georgetown, Guyana
